California Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Admission statistics

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Admission process notes:
In 2020, CHSU established the College of Osteopathic Medicine to train primary care physicians for the Central Valley, an area that previously lacked a medical school. Qualified applicants will be invited to complete the Supplemental Application, which includes two essays, an evaluator identification verification, and payment of the Supplemental Application Fee.

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Requirements notes:
There are 2 letters of recommendation required for admission to CHSU-COM: One academic letter written by a college science professor who has instructed the applicant. The letter should detail the applicant’s aptitude in a challenging academic setting. One additional letter. A letter of recommendation from a physician that details the applicant’s ability to be successful in a medical setting is preferred.

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GPA, MCAT notes:
An overall cumulative and science grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. MCAT score of 500 or higher, with no subsection below the 25th percentile. Scores within 3 years will be accepted.

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Deadlines notes:
The AACOMAS application and all other required materials, which include MCAT scores, official transcripts, and required letters of recommendation, must be received by the Office of Admissions on or before March 1. Supplemental Application Deadline April 1.

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